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From Lab B

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The unadulterated test results on this page come directly from these certificates of analysis from two independent labs, which we pay directly. These are two independent lab tests of one product, at one point in time. We do not guarantee that all products or labs will produce the same results. Lab results may differ based on the different methodologies of testing used by each lab or inconsistencies in the product. Learn more about our review process.

About the product

Garden of Life claims this is a broad-spectrum extract that contains the cannabinoids found in full-spectrum CBD, but without the THC.

Our lab tests found that this is predominately CBD with only trace levels of other cannabinoids. The trace levels of other cannabinoids found by lab A are below the “level of detection” used by lab B. Because the THC levels found by lab A are insignificant and not reported by lab B, we categorize Garden of Life’s THC claims as accurate and honest.

Like most broad-spectrum products, this product does not have significant levels of other cannabinoids.

We found that Garden of Life contained 7% to 11% more CBD than suggested by their label, which is considered accurate for CBD products.

This is a CBD oil that can be taken sublingually (under the tongue) or orally (solo or with a food or drink).

Cannabinoid breakdown per mL

From Lab A

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THC (mg / mL)

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Other cannabinoids (mg / mL)

From Lab B

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Other cannabinoids (mg / mL)

Garden of Life claims to have 30 mg of CBD per 1 mL serving. We found that each 1 mL serving contains 32 to 33 mg of CBD and possibly trace amounts of other cannabinoids.

About the company

Garden of Life was founded in 2000 under the parent company Atrium Innovations. It was a Canadian health company that includes reputable supplement brands such as Pure Encapsulations, which offer prescription grade supplements that have been used in over 30 clinical studies. Atrium sold to Nestle in 2017. Garden of Life now operates out of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. They’re best known for their organic supplements and you’ve most likely seen one of their 330 product lines in your local grocery store. David Perlmutter, M.D formulated their new CBD line.

The good:

Certified B Corporation. They are legally required to consider the impact of their decisions on their workers, customers, suppliers, community, and the environment. They’re also involved in a few non-profits.

Dr. Perlmutter is the New York Times bestselling author of Grain Brain and Brain Maker, world-renowned neurologist, and someone you want formulating your CBD.

The bad:

Consumer Reports claimed a 2018 study found that a Garden of Life Organic Shake product received the “poorest overall scores” when tested for heavy metals and contaminants. Garden of Life declined to comment. However, organic plant-based protein powders are more likely to have metal containments because fresh produce contains natural metals (e.g., lead). Labdoor tests explicitly for heavy metals in the Garden of Life CBD line, so this old study is unlikely to affect their CBD product line.

Garden of Life issued a voluntary recall of their “Raw Meal Organic Shake” in 2016 for possible Salmonella contamination, according to the CDC. While this isn’t “good,” Garden of Life took responsible actions and this isolated incident did not affect their line of hundreds of other supplements.

The internet:

An extensive internet search for Garden of Life’s CBD products found no reports of toxins, pesticides, metals, fake products, or unethical business practices.

Other sizes available

We tested the $50 bottle (30 mL 900mg) of the Garden of Life 30mg CBD. The price drops from about 6.4 cents for their 10mg CBD ($20) to 5 cents per mg of CBD for this 30mg formula ($50). Both are excellent deals at their price range.